Mercato: PSG Aims to Cut Donnarumma's Salary!

Gianluigi Donnarumma, the 26-year-old goalie who joined Paris Saint-Germain in 2021 with a deal lasting till 2026 after his tenure ended at AC Milan, frequently faces scrutiny from supporters and analysts. Talks about an extension are ongoing, yet remain undecided even though the Italian has expressed his interest in staying. Foot Mercato Reports released this Tuesday on this matter, which continues to be complex even with a shared wish for resolution.

A lower salary?

The recently crowned European champions fully understand the Italian defender's wish to prolong his contract, and both sides are eager to keep moving forward as one. Nonetheless, despite this shared ambition, an agreement has yet to be reached.

A primary concern revolves around finances. This financial dispute arises largely due to the new salary policy implemented by football advisor Luis Campos, focusing on performance-based earnings. It should be noted that in Paris, a portion of players' salaries—which could amount to as much as one-third—depends on the total games they play within a season. The payment structure includes different tiers leading to varying levels of compensation.

Given his earnings fluctuate with the seasons and stand at approximately 10 million euros annually, Donnarumma is now presented with an offer significantly different from his current compensation.

Given several teams are interested, PSG still has an alternative plan at hand.

Targeted by a number of European giants – Manchester City, Bayern Munich, Real Madrid – the 26-year-old goalkeeper has no shortage of suitors. For their part, PSG are still keeping an eye on Lucas Chevalier, currently with LOSC.”

Just like before, all we can do now is await confirmation. Rumours still dominate the scenario. The sole definitive aspects are the comments from Donnarumma and his representative expressing their wish to stay with PSG. It’s clear that retaining such an outstanding goalkeeper is definitely of interest to them as well.

Nonetheless, no actions have been taken as of yet. If they had, an official statement would already be out. However, talks are expected to go on, with an accord still within reach. Until then, various speculations persist along with several teams showing interest in the Italian player.

For PSG, several options should be lined up as a precaution. They aim not to face difficulties since the transfer window has started. Nonetheless, we're quite far from any actual exit. We'll have to wait and see how things unfold.